Surfactant
STEARETH-10 PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An emulsifier that works in formulas, but the hazard profile is rougher than for gentler phosphate surfactants.
STEARETH-10 PHOSPHATE is an ethoxylated phosphate ester used as an emulsifier or cleansing aid. While finished-product exposure is lower than raw-material classification suggests, the supplied GHS profile includes irritation, sensitization, organ-toxicity, and reproductive-toxicity flags, which is much more concerning than the average cosmetic emulsifier. That combination keeps the score low.
Function
Known concerns
- Supplied hazard profile includes serious health-hazard flags
- Can irritate skin and eyes
- Ethoxylated ingredients require tight impurity control
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactants
Check your shelf
Find STEARETH-10 PHOSPHATE in your products.
Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains STEARETH-10 PHOSPHATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.
This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.